Spokane Produce

March 15, 2023

Market News

Apples –The market is steady for most varieties. It is slightly higher
on Galas; 88s and larger. The quality overall is good.
Asparagus –There are enough supplies of STD and LRG for 11/1
and 28/1. Fewer XL/JBO deals on volume. Overall, the quality is
good and the market is low.
Avocados –The market is on the rise due to good demand and
light supplies of big fruit. The upcoming Mexican holiday next week
(Benito Juarez) will cause production to slow down. The quality is
good overall.
Bell Peppers –The green bell market is strong as new fields have
a slow start in Mexico while Florida is transitioning to spring crops.
Quality is good with a limited number of larger sizes. Colored bell
production will gradually improve as Central Mexico gets into new
fields and Canada gets started.
Berries (Blackberries) –Lighter supplies will cause the market to
increase with limited availability.
Berries (Blueberries) –Most shippers are experiencing a planting
gap for this item until mid-April. Overall, the quality is good and the
market is higher.
Berries (Raspberries) –Good volume is available to be promoted
out of Central Mexico and Baja. Overall, the quality is good and the
market is lower.
Berries (Strawberries) –Heavy rains have affected the West Coast
growing regions. Central Mexico and Florida are nearly done. Baja
fruit is coming on strong over the next couple of weeks. We expect
transition delays as we move into the Salinas and Watsonville areas
due to flooding.
Broccoli –Supplies are starting to get tighter in Santa Maria, Yuma,
and Mexico. Overall, the quality continues to be above average.
Look for this market to adjust higher heading into the weekend.
Brussels Sprouts –There is good availability and pricing is
competitive in the industry. Expect steady production with this
commodity throughout the week. Overall, good quality is being
reported.
Carrots – Whole carrot supplies continue to be tight due to recent
inclement weather. Markets are up as well.
Cauliflower –Cauliflower supplies continue to be limited due to
the recent and current cold weather in Santa Maria and Yuma. The
warmer weather in Yuma is starting to spur growth. Look for this
market to slowly adjust lower going into the weekend.
Celery –This market is steady overall. Smaller sizing is more readily
available and shippers are flexing on the thirty-six counts in
particular. Rain and cool temperatures continue in the
growing regions. Expect moderate availability throughout the week.
Value-added products continue to increase with certain shippers.
Florida’s production is extremely light.
Citrus (Lemons) – The main growing region is District 1 and is
peaking on FCY fruit. District 2 will get started in better volume in
late March and will bring more choice-grade fruit into the market.
Overall, the quality is good.
Citrus (Limes)–There is a slight decline in the market. Quality is
improved notably on smaller fruit 230s/250s. Expect markets to
remain active as rain is hitting the growing regions of Veracruz.
Citrus (Oranges) - Supplies are peaking on 72/88/113ct with deals
to be made on small fruit. The quality is good. Markets have been
low but will firm up with rain/cold weather in the forecast.
Cucumbers – Florida spring crops have started along with Baja.
Offshore fruit supplies are decreasing with poor quality. Mexico’s
production remains moderate.
Eggplant –Supplies are adequate with good demand. Florida
spring crops have started in a light way. Mexico will go through April
and then transition to the California Desert.
Garlic - Steady California production is expected throughout the
week. Good quality has been reported.
Grapes (Green) –Plenty of supplies on both coasts for
this commodity. There is a wide range in quality and
price.
Grapes (Red) –Plenty of supplies on both coasts for this
commodity. There is a wide range in quality and price.
Green Onions –Mexican-grown supplies are improving
this week. Mexico’s warmer weather is helping spur
growth. Overall, the quality is good.
Kale –This market continues to be steady. Moderate
to good availability is expected throughout the week.
Overall, the quality is good and the pricing is steady.
Lettuce (Iceberg) –This market remains steady. Warm
temperatures in Yuma have accelerated the growth of
this commodity. Shippers are trying to keep inventories
at a minimum, so deals are being offered. Common
defects being reported include pinking and
discoloration as well as misshapen heads. Supply is
expected to remain steady throughout this week.
Lettuce Leaf –Warm temperatures in Yuma have
caused romaine as well as all leaf items to grow rapidly.
Romaine hearts will have good availability all week.
Common defects that are being reported include fringe
burn, blister, and peel as well as discoloration on the
outer leaves. Good availability is expected all week for
all leaf items.
Lettuce Tender Leaf –Tight supplies continue on
parsley, spinach, and arugula due to the recent cooler
weather in Yuma. The weather in the growing area is
improving going into the weekend. Overall, the quality is
expected to be fair and at steady pricing.
Melons (Cantaloupe) – There is good volume this
week and it will continue next week. Sizing is more for
larger fruits. Overall, the market is steady and the quality
is good.
Melons (Honeydew) –Slightly better volume for this
commodity. Pricing will remain on the higher end due to
good demand and Mexico’s lack of product.
Melons (Watermelon) – Prices are increasing as Mexico’s
production drops until April. The quality overall is good.
Mushrooms – Supplies continue to be readily available.
Overall, the quality is good and the market is high.
Onions – The northwest season is winding down.
Shipments are expected to continue until mid-April.
Texas-grown onion supplies are ramping up.
Pears –The market is slightly higher as retail bag programs
switch from Bartletts to Anjous. The quality overall is good.
Pineapples –Steady open market volume. Overall, the
quality is good and the market is steady.
Potatoes – The potato market remains extreme. Burbanks
and #2s remain the most limited. Overall, the quality is
good.
Squash –Crops are transitioning to Northern areas.
Supplies of zucchini and yellow squash are limited. Better
supplies are expected by the end of next week.
Stone Fruit –Adequate supplies of imported peaches,
plums, and nectarines on both coasts. Greek and Italian
imported kiwi are currently at a steady price but remain in
light supply.
Tomatoes – Strong supplies from Mexico keep markets
steady. Florida markets remain stable due to high
production from Mexico.

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